2004 Porsche Cayenne Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 8%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2004 Porsche Cayenne, 8% of the 38 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I returned after being away for a few weeks, in May 2021. The solar panel had been on the inner windshield of the car following installation a few months prior. I found the car's 12V battery was almost dead (about 4 Volts), and the solar panel's plastic frame was severely melted, causing it to deform and lift away from the glass solar panel. Photos uploaded below. From reading reviews on this product on the Harbor Freight website, I now see that this is a common problem. I don't know what the cause is. …”
NHTSA complaint #11421164, filed 2021-06“Porsche lurches,jerks,thuds,intermittent power loss when accelerating to pass another car. Engine,transmission/turbo system faulty and hazardous as power loss occurs when quick speed-up when passing power is critically needed. This power failure problem has occurred since car was bought new ivy me in 2004.”
NHTSA complaint #10787569, filed 2015-11“The contact is a car seat technician. The contact worked with a family who owns a Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Max Convertible Car Seat, as the technician was inspecting the car seat she noticed the chest clip was not working as needed. The magnetic piece that clips on the chest area comes out easily.”
NHTSA complaint #11500425, filed 2023-01Related service bulletins
- 11037085Aug 28, 2026Special Tools and Equipment Information for Diagnostic Equipment Standards for all USA Porsche Centers
- 11037072Aug 14, 2026Product Knowledge for Model Type Designations
- 11037071Aug 14, 2026Product Knowledge for Chassis/VIN Numbering Systems
- 11035776Aug 5, 2026Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.300.000
- 11035884Jul 30, 2026VAS 621001A Matrix Headlamp Aimer – Automatic Shipment / Maha Installation
- 11035883Jul 27, 2026VAS 621001A Matrix Headlamp Aimer – Automatic Shipment / Maha Installation
- 11035754Jul 21, 2026PiUS Update Information Software Version: 3.2
- 11035753Jul 21, 2026PiUS Update Information Software Version: 3.2
- 11035752Jul 13, 2026Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.051
- 11035750Jul 8, 2026Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.041
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 40% |
| 2023 | 3 | 60% |
| 2021 | 5 | 24% |
| 2020 | 7 | 29% |
| 2019 | 12 | 25% |
| 2018 | 3 | 23% |
| 2017 | 4 | 22% |
| 2016 | 16 | 40% |
| 2015 | 1 | 7% |
| 2014 | 11 | 21% |
| 2013 | 9 | 23% |
| 2012 | 7 | 26% |
| 2011 | 5 | 17% |
| 2009 | 2 | 13% |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 1 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2004 Porsche Cayenne
10 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Porsche Cayenne
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology